Pro Tem Instructor/Professor of Practice SOJC - Eugene Open Pool

Pro Tem Instructor/Professor of Practice SOJC - Eugene Open
Pool

Department: School of Journalism and
Communication, Eugene

Rank: Instructor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as
needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, please submit the following
documents:

• A Resume/CV that addresses your teaching experience and the

fields/areas of study of your relevant expertise.

Department Summary

The only comprehensive accredited journalism program in the Pacific
Northwest, the School of Journalism and Communication offers majors
in advertising, journalism, media studies, and public relations.
The school offers Ph.D. and M.A. degrees in Media Studies and
professional master's degrees in Journalism, Multimedia Journalism,
and Strategic Communication. As a community of media and
communication scholars, journalists, strategic communicators, and
content producers, we believe in the importance of diverse
representation, inclusion, and anti-oppression as vital components
of education and communication. With more than 2,200 students, SOJC
is one of six professional schools at UO. The SOJC aims to foster
responsible citizens, scholars, and innovative professionals who
understand the value, richness, and strength of a diverse
community.

Position Summary

The University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication
(SOJC) seeks applicants for its Instructors and Professor of
Practice positions for our open instruction pool. The pool is for
part-time, temporary, limited-duration teaching appointments, with
the possibility of renewal for up to three years. Potential courses
may include undergraduate classes in multimedia, reporting,
advertising, broadcast, online journalism, public relations,
photojournalism, design, media studies context courses, and other
related subjects in the SOJC portfolio.

Successful candidates will have professional experience related to
a field in the School of Journalism and Communication, demonstrated
ability of quality teaching, and a commitment to working
effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse
backgrounds.

Screening of applications will take place as positions become
available and will continue until positions are filled. Some
courses may have the option to be remote/hybrid depending on
programmatic needs and field of study.

If hired at the rank of pro tem professor of practice, you will
also serve as a liaison between your professional field and the
University of Oregon.

Minimum Requirements

Instructor:

• Master's degree (in exceptional circumstances, significant

professional experience may substitute for an advanced
degree).

Professor of Practice:

• Have a substantial basis of experience equal to a tenured

professor (normally a minimum of 12 years)

• A national/international reputation for excellence reflected in a

record of significant accomplishments;

• Have a profile of accumulated professional accomplishments
• Have a rich and extensive background in the field

Professional Competencies

• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff

from diverse backgrounds.

• Knowledge of curriculum development and instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• A record of excellence in establishing and maintaining

partnerships with professional stakeholders in the field.

• Substantial professional experience in the subject to be

taught.

• Experience teaching in a classroom setting, creating and

delivering training programs, or other related experience in
instruction.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.

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national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities
and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable
laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.
Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint
procedures are listed
here.

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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536809

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